Go Kart Information - FAQ

No, Pole Position Raceway provides state-of–the art 20hp karts for adults and 10hp karts for junior Racers. Our karts can approach speeds up to 45mph for adults and approach 20mph for kids.

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What is the difference between electric and gas-powered karts?

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The chassis is actually the same; the only difference is the power source. Pole Position Raceway uses electric go karts because they accelerate harder, smoother and offer more consistent performance than gas-powered engines. Electric indoor karting is also quieter, produces no fumes and keeps the track clean since the karts do not leak any gas or oil onto the surface.

Oh yeah; they are also more fun to drive – and faster!

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What are the special requirements for kids?

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All drivers need to be at least 48 inches tall, at least 6 years of age and be able to safely operate the karts. Racers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a minor release liability form.

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What special safety equipment is required?

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You will need to wear an approved safety helmet which Pole Position Raceway will supply. Participants are not required to wear a race suit.

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What should I wear?

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You should wear comfortable clothing and you must have closed-toe shoes. Pole Position Raceway does have rental shoes for those who forget safe footwear.

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What is SpeedSheet?

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Pole Position Raceway uses a high-tech Apple-based timing and scoring system called SpeedSheet to keep track of race results. At the conclusion of every race, drivers are handed results sheets that show their fastest lap time, average lap time, overall race results and more. The state-of-the-art system also incorporates a huge projection screen monitor that allows racers and spectators to see race results in live time. Simply put, it's the best system on the market!

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Can I bring my own helmet?

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Absolutely, but it must be Snell/D.O.T-approved. If the sticker is gone, the helmet will not be allowed. All street helmets must include a face shield, and those who bring in motocross-style helmets must bring in their own goggles with Lexan lenses.

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Can I rent the track for a corporate or private function?

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Yes; pleasecontact our sales team for pricing, availability, and other go kart information. Both race track and full facility buyouts are options.

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How many drivers can race at one time?

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Each of our tracks have a different configuration. The maximum amount of racers for each track are:

Pole Position Raceway proudly uses the number two in its marketing and logo for a variety of reasons - most notably it was the permanent number issued to Jeremy McGrath during his dominance of AMA Supercross. McGrath is one of our founders, and coincidentally the number two was the same number used by former NASCAR Champ Kurt Busch when he got involved with our chain of indoor kart tracks.

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What does arrive & drive mean?

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The term arrive & drive has been used to describe our standard races. This is for people who simply walk-in to our facilities without being part of a group event or birthday party who are entered into standard Adult, Youth or Junior races on a first-come, first-served basis.

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What is the difference between arrive & drive and group races?

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Our most-common race format is Arrive & Drive for those who want to race on a first-come, first-served basis, either as an individual or a small group of friends. Our group races are for larger groups who reserve race times and choose from one of our many race packages such as the Pole Position Challenge, Grand Prix or SuperPole.

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Is there a weight limit for the karts?

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No, there is not a weight limit. The karts can handle anyone who fits, and we have had racers as tall as 7-foot, two-inches races at Pole Position Raceway.

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Do you offer reservations?

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Yes, for group events such as birthday and bachelor parties, along with our Pole Position Challenge, Grand Prix and SuperPole race formats, and corporate events. Contact us today to plan an exciting event you won't forget!

Q:

Do you have two-seater karts?

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No. We pride ourselves on producing a real racing experience and we want every participant to have control of their own kart.

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Do you have hand-controlled karts?

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Yes, we have 1 hand-controlled go kart at each of the following locations: Corona, Murrieta, Las Vegas and Oklahoma City.